CarVerify

Free Car Check

R507 AKV

1997 Suzuki VS600

Red Petrol 598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,523 mi
Last recorded14,523 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS60015,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR507 AKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 14,523 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 14,040 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 13,643 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 13,210 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 13,210 miles

Rear Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 12,747 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 12,131 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 11,875 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 11,520 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 11,509 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 11,507 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 11,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2014 11,502 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 11,428 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 11,372 miles

original exhaust re-fitted.

Fail 1 Aug 2007 11,371 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 9,718 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Full Suzuki VS600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R507 AKV is a 1997 Suzuki VS600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 15,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R507 AKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R507 AKV?

You can check the full history of R507 AKV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R507 AKV registered?

R507 AKV is a 1997 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R507 AKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R507 AKV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R507 AKV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R507 AKV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.